1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1983 Renault 18 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 18 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1976 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
